1991 Jaguar XJS vs. 2005 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2005 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1991 Jaguar XJS.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Jaguar XJS (331 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 1991 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Jaguar XJS | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Suzuki |
| Model | XJS | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2810 mm |
